Student and Events Administrator

: About Ivory Innovations Ivory Innovations is an applied academic institution at the University of Utah's David Eccles School of Business and a 501©3 nonprofit dedicated to catalyzing innovation in housing affordability. Ivory Innovations promotes the most compelling ideas by convening industry experts, inspiring students to tackle housing issues, sourcing and supporting the best innovative housing entrepreneurs, and putting these innovations into practice. We are seeking a committed team player with an interest in housing affordability or social impact who can lead and support key team initiatives at Ivory Innovations. Responsibilities Responsibilities include :

• Leading our Student Associate program: Working closely with undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Utah who work at Ivory Innovations each year
• Managing student and team events: Organizing our annual housing hackathon (Hack-A-House), held in September of each year, and leading or supporting other events throughout the year. Events may be in-person, virtual, or in a different city in the US (typically one event per year)
• Providing administrative and team support: Actively contributing to team culture in our office at the University of Utah and handling other administrative tasks as needed, such as reimbursements, catering needs, etc.

We anticipate this role will require approximately 15 hours per week (in person at the University of Utah) from August-May each year with additional flexibility / reduced hours (remote) from May-August over the summer. This role would be a good fit for someone who:

• Will contribute to and support our team's institutional memory by improving our programs year over year
• Enjoys mentoring and managing students each school year from August-May
• Is detail oriented and has strong project management skills
• Would like to be part of a fun, highly motivated team working on important social issues

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a clinical field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) plus 2 years related experience, demonstrated communications skills, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service required. Experience in management or coordination, training, quality assurance, team building, program development and evaluation preferred. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Preferences All candidates must have:

• Interest in housing affordability issues and innovative solutions
• Experience relevant to managing a student program
• Experience relevant to managing large projects and events
• Strong relationship building skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including high attention to detail

Strong candidates might also have:

• Bachelor's degree
• Familiarity with Utah housing market and organizations

Special Instructions Summary Additional Information To inquire about this posting, email: View email address on us.edajobs.com or call View phone number on us.edajobs.com. The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at View phone number on us.edajobs.com for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at View phone number on us.edajobs.com or View phone number on us.edajobs.com or University Human Resource Management at View phone number on us.edajobs.com if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action: Online reports may be submitted at View email address on us.edajobs.com For more information: Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu For more information: This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
  • Yes
  • No

• * How many years of experience do you have related to the job duties specified in the job posting?
  • Less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
  • 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
  • 8 years or more

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

• Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 - Member Copy 4) - Veteran Only - Call View phone number on us.edajobs.com

• Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call View phone number on us.edajobs.com after submission

Open Date 01/25/2024 Requisition Number PRN14513N Job Title Project Facilitator Working Title Student and Events Administrator Job Grade D FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Standard Hours per Week 19 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary Approx 15 hours/week, flexible schedule Is this a work study job? No VP Area Academic Affairs Department 02442 - IVORY INNOVATIONS Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $20 - 30/hr Close Date 02/09/2024